Crime in Brent, Somerset: statistics, rates and trends
615 crimes were recorded in Brent, Somerset in the 12 months to August 2026, 59.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and up 1% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Brent, Somerset at a glance
- Crime trends in Brent, Somerset
- Types of crime in Brent, Somerset
- Brent, Somerset compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Brent, Somerset
- What happened after crimes were reported in Brent, Somerset
- Demographics of Brent, Somerset
- Questions about crime in Brent, Somerset
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (303), other theft (76) and anti-social behaviour (51) made up 70% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 2,651st of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lower half.
| Measure | Brent, Somerset | Somerset | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 615 | 53,421 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 59.0 | 90.8 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +1% | +6% | -1% |
| Population | 10,419 | 588,328 | 58,127,638 |
Recorded crime in Brent, Somerset peaked in the year to August 2022 (788 crimes) and was lowest in the year to August 2020 (584). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it rose 3%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 615 | 59.0 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 607 | 58.3 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 700 | 67.2 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 605 | 58.1 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 788 | 75.6 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 687 | 65.9 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 584 | 56.1 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 730 | 70.1 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 598 | 57.4 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 78 |
| July 2026 | 72 |
| June 2026 | 42 |
| May 2026 | 63 |
| April 2026 | 52 |
| March 2026 | 46 |
| February 2026 | 35 |
| January 2026 | 23 |
| December 2025 | 46 |
| November 2025 | 38 |
| October 2025 | 52 |
| September 2025 | 68 |
No category with at least 20 crimes was notably above the England and Wales rate, and anti-social behaviour (68% below) and vehicle crime (61% below) were well below it. On the year before, anti-social behaviour rose from 44 to 51, while public order fell from 61 to 43.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 303 | 29.1 | 34.2 | 0% |
| Other theft | 76 | 7.3 | 6.4 | +3% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 51 | 4.9 | 15.4 | +16% |
| Public order | 43 | 4.1 | 6.7 | -30% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 39 | 3.7 | 6.7 | +11% |
| Burglary | 32 | 3.1 | 3.6 | +14% |
| Vehicle crime | 20 | 1.9 | 5.0 | n/a |
| Other crime | 14 | 1.3 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Drugs | 13 | 1.2 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 9 | 0.9 | 1.0 | n/a |
| Shoplifting | 7 | 0.7 | 8.5 | n/a |
| Robbery | 4 | 0.4 | 1.4 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.3 | 0.8 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 1.7 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
6 of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods have a higher crime rate than Brent, Somerset; the highest is Bridgwater North & Central (224.0 per 1,000) and the lowest King Alfred (40.0).
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Brent, Somerset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnham on Sea North | 962 | 89.1 | +51% |
| Highbridge & Burnham South | 1,399 | 148.7 | +152% |
| Huntspill | 571 | 56.0 | -5% |
| Cheddar | 635 | 66.7 | +13% |
| King Alfred | 393 | 40.0 | -32% |
| Bridgwater East & Bawdrip | 1,857 | 128.5 | +118% |
| Bridgwater North & Central | 2,352 | 224.0 | +280% |
| Bridgwater West | 788 | 70.2 | +19% |
The 10 locations below account for 43% of the crime recorded in Brent, Somerset over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Shrubbery Close” (66).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Shrubbery Close | 66 |
| On or near Rookery Close | 35 |
| On or near Parking Area | 30 |
| On or near Weston Road | 27 |
| On or near Bristol Road | 25 |
| On or near Knoll Park | 20 |
| On or near Hill View | 19 |
| On or near Church Road | 16 |
| On or near Orchard Grove | 14 |
| On or near Theme/Adventure Park | 14 |
Of the 564 crimes in Brent, Somerset with a recorded outcome, 32% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 1.8% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 51 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 223 | 39.5% | 34.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 183 | 32.4% | 35.3% |
| Under investigation | 66 | 11.7% | 11.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 33 | 5.9% | 4.7% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 19 | 3.4% | 0.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 10 | 1.8% | 5.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 9 | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 9 | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 1.1% | 2.5% |
| Local resolution | 4 | 0.7% | 3.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% | 0.3% |
Brent, Somerset has an estimated population of 10,419 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has less social housing (4.3%, against 17.1%), fewer households without a car (6.7%, against 23.3%) and an older population (30%, against 19%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Brent, Somerset average decile 5.5 (1 = most deprived), close to the middle.
| Measure | Brent, Somerset | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.0% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 29.8% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 54.7% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 2.0% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 30.9% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 4.2% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 29.6% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 18.5% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 6.7% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 81.8% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 4.3% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 13.9% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.5 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Brent, Somerset a safe place to live?
Brent, Somerset recorded 59.0 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 2,651st of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest).
What is the most common crime in Brent, Somerset?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 303 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by other theft (76).
Is crime in Brent, Somerset going up or down?
Recorded crime in Brent, Somerset was up 1% on the year before: 615 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 607 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Brent, Somerset?
About 10,419 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 30% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Brent, Somerset?
Brent, Somerset is policed by Avon and Somerset.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.